Historical Figures

How much would one dollar in 1890 be worth today?

The value of a dollar in 1890 compared to today (2023) can be calculated using the concept of inflation. To determine the present-day value of one dollar from 1890, we need to consider the cumulative inflation rate over the intervening years.

The average annual inflation rate in the United States between 1890 and 2023 was approximately 2.07%. Using the compound interest formula, we can calculate the present-day value of one dollar from 1890:

Present-day value = $1 x (1 + Inflation rate)^Number of years

Present-day value = $1 x (1 + 0.0207)^133 (since 2023 - 1890 = 133 years)

Calculating the value, we get:

Present-day value ≈ $1 x (1.0207)^133

≈ $1 x 60.27

Therefore, one dollar in 1890 would be worth approximately $60.27 in today's money, considering the cumulative effects of inflation over the years.